On November 14, 2007 our healthy and athletic son was diagnosed with advanced stage IV Burkit’s Lymphoma and Leukemia. This blog is a journal of his courageous journey as he battled this aggressive cancer. With the grace of God and the help of an incredible community, Tyler went into remission in August, 2009. He is now a strong and healthy student at The Ohio State University.

Friday, November 6, 2009

Christmas and Noah Biorkman

During Tyler's battle with cancer, we received incredible support from many people. We are still in awe of the outpouring of our neighbors, as well as those around the county and the world. I could speak for days about the things that people did for us.

One of the many events that stands out was our Christmas of 2007. Tyler was home for the first time since his diagnosis. We knew Tyler only had two or three days before the chemo effects would send us running back to Children's. We could not really make any plans. We also had not bought many gifts..we were always in the hospital, and no one was really in the shopping spirit. But the six of us were all together, and we had a wonderful time. Then, in the middle of the night, gifts for all the boys were dropped off at our door step. It was a wonderful Christmas surprise. You can read the story here.

Noah Biorkman is 5 years old. Like all 5 year olds, he loves Christmas. One of Noah's favorite parts of Christmas is getting Christmas cards addressed in his name. Unfortunately, Noah appears to be approaching the end of a 2 1/2 year battle with cancer. Doctors are doubtful that Noah will make it to Christmas. In response, his family is celebrating Christmas this week-end. If you want to add to Noah's Christmas, all he is asking for is Christmas cards. He would love to receive one from you.

Noah Biorkman1141 Fountian View CircleSouth Lyon, MI 48178

Please only send cards. Even if you live in the area, please do not go to their home. This is a private time for the family.